Philipp Wiedemann

Prof. Philipp Wiedemann serves as a Professor at Mannheim University of Applied Sciences (Technische Hochschule Mannheim) within the Faculty of Biotechnology. His research program centers on advanced monitoring techniques for biotechnological processes, with particular expertise in developing and implementing in situ microscopy systems across diverse applications.

His research spans multiple domains of biotechnology:

• Development and application of in situ microscopes for cell density and viability assessment
• Image analysis using Artificial Intelligence for bioprocess characterization
• Cell stress detection via mass spectrometry
• Glucose monitoring systems for animal cell cultures
• Applications in pharmaceutical production, wastewater treatment, blood banking, and bioethanol manufacturing

Wiedemann's recent publications (2021-2025) reveal a strong interdisciplinary approach, integrating bioprocess engineering with medical diagnostics and environmental science. His work demonstrates consistent innovation in monitoring technologies, with increasing incorporation of AI and machine learning techniques for real-time process control. The publications show applications ranging from pharmaceutical manufacturing to wastewater treatment plants, highlighting the versatility of his monitoring approaches.

He teaches several specialized courses:

• Applied Cell Biology (covering animal cell culture techniques)
• Quality Assurance in the Pharmaceutical Industry (GMP requirements and compliance)
• Advanced Animal Cell Technology (process development and practical applications)

Prof. Wiedemann maintains active collaborations with industry partners including KVE Rhein-Neckar and Bilfinger Industrial Services Salzburg, as well as research institutions. His work on in situ microscopy has been implemented commercially for wastewater treatment monitoring (ismanalytics.com), demonstrating successful translation of academic research to industrial applications.